8-Day Sahara Walking Holiday from Marrakech

Your private 4×4 vehicle will fetch you after breakfast for a scenic passage through the Atlas Mountains. Your Private Tour Marrakech will lead past Berber villages as well as terraced valleys and stunning views of the landscapes. When you reach Ait Ben Haddou which is a UNESCO World Heritage destination you will have an opportunity to explore its historic fortified village. Spend the night at an authentic hotel which features a pool while enjoying calmness following the excitement of the day. Ait Ben Haddou stands as a compulsory attraction for individuals interested in experiencing the historical soul of Morocco.

After day two you will embark on an off-road expedition that leads from Mhamid toward the Sahara Desert entry point. Your trekking team will welcome you at the arrival destination with Berber traditions preceding your initial desert night experience. Around dinner time you will enjoy your meal while sitting under the desert starry sky by the campfire. The approaching evening signals the beginning of your amazing desert trekking adventure which will guide you into secluded dunes for a spell of peaceful isolation.

Your initial trekking day should begin with walking on the dry riverbanks of the Draa River. The views surrounding you become breathtaking because you travel through palm groves as well as traditional Berber villages. When you finish lunch in a protected Tamarisk tree area you can move to your Sidi Naji campsite which is located in the desert landscape. You will experience a sense of serenity that exists exclusively in desert landscapes combined with relaxational desert atmospheres. Under the night sky you will find rest and then get ready for your next desert adventure.

The upcoming stage of your Sahara walk directs you into greater desert territory until you reach Zahar’s dune system. You will experience overwhelming desert size when walking across open desert plains. You will find peace and solitude in the Sahara as you walk towards the impressive dunes of Zahar. Camp at the dunes base to feast on Moroccan dinner surrounded by the breathtaking desert sunset. The untouched scenery and distant position of this place will establish unforgettable experiences.

Your day six journey will guide you to see Erg Chigaga whose towering dunes create one of the most spectacular sights within the Sahara Desert. Your journey towards Erg Chigaga reveals the striking difference between the huge rocky landscapes and the golden-colored dunes which will make you marvel. The Nubia Luxury Desert Camp welcomes you for relaxation and desert appreciation while offering an authentic Berber dinner beside the fire. Experiencing Erg Chigaga represents the best desert adventure during your entire journey for sure.

You will need to say goodbye to the desert as breakfast at your camp ends before returning to Marrakech. Your 4×4 vehicle will transport you back to Marrakech while it crosses the dry salt lake of Iriqui along with Foum Zguid before reaching the craft center of Taznakht. The land scenic drive through Atlas Mountains leads travelers to Marrakech during the late afternoon hours. Take the rest you need from transit exhaustion by indulging in Hammam relaxation combined with a massage which leads to that perfect Moroccan dining experience in the city.

Spend your last day of the trip Holiday from Marrakech for personal exploration. Your available flight time allows you to walk through the enchanting Marrakech gardens followed by time spent relaxing in Medina before departing from the airport. During an 8-day Sahara Walking Holiday from Marrakech you will build magnificent memories that help you understand Morocco’s desert culture and landscapes.